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Hennepin Healthcare

Staff Nurse RN - Echo Cardiography

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Hennepin Healthcare

Minneapolis, US · Full-time · $78,000 – $102,000

About this role

Hennepin Healthcare, an integrated system including a Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, seeks a casual Staff Nurse RN for the Echo Cardiography department. Work day shifts as needed in a 473-bed academic medical center and clinic network across Minneapolis and suburbs. The system operates psychiatric programs, home care, research institute, and EMS.

Casual nurses have no regular scheduled hours or assigned FTE and cannot hold both casual and regular positions in the same facility. Must be available for a minimum of two 8-hour shifts per four-week period at straight time, including one weekend shift. Also commit to two holiday shifts per year, with one winter holiday, as full 8- or 12-hour shifts.

Under general supervision within the Relationship-Based Care practice model, the registered nurse provides and coordinates nursing care. This includes protecting and promoting wellness while optimizing health for patients in Echo Cardiography. Triage patients by assessing symptom severity and referring to appropriate care levels.

Join an environment committed to equity for optimal health outcomes by eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, and other determinants. Actively promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Bring new cultural perspectives to create a more equitable healthcare organization.

Requirements

  • Current registered nurse (RN) licensure
  • Ability to work casual shifts with minimum availability requirements
  • Availability for weekend and holiday shifts
  • Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and echocardiography procedures
  • Skills in patient triaging and assessment
  • Experience in acute care or procedural settings
  • Commitment to Relationship-Based Care practice model
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Responsibilities

  • Protect, promote wellness and optimize health
  • Triage patients by assessing severity of symptoms and referral to appropriate setting or level of care
  • Alleviate suffering and provide comfort
  • Assist with echocardiogram procedures including patient preparation
  • Monitor vital signs during cardiac imaging studies
  • Educate patients on echo cardiology procedures and post-procedure care
  • Coordinate nursing care within Relationship-Based Care model
  • Support echo lab operations under general supervision

Benefits

  • Work in nationally recognized Level I Trauma Centers
  • Flexible day shift scheduling as needed
  • Part of comprehensive integrated healthcare system
  • Access to large psychiatric program and research institute